Fundraising Manager

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $68,000 - $72,000

Benefits: 90% of health plan paid after 30 days, 20 vacation days, 5% 401k match after 1 year, fun perks, and paid 4-week sabbatical after 10 years.

About the Organization:

Our client is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting nonprofits with technology resources to amplify their impact. Based in Charlotte, they support nonprofits locally and nationally by providing technology solutions that strengthen communities.

Position Overview:

The Fundraising Manager (FM) will build and manage relationships with corporate organizations and foundations to support the nonprofit’s mission and programs. This role involves securing funding, developing partnerships, and managing high-level relationships. The FM will work closely with the Director of Financial Development and other team members to reach fundraising goals and expand the organization’s impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and manage corporate sponsorships and partnerships to raise $700K towards a $1M fundraising goal.
• Build relationships with corporate foundations and CSR/ESG decision-makers.
• Develop funding strategies and proposals, particularly for multi-market and national level support.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure program requirements and funding needs are met.
• Coordinate with the Board and other key leaders for fundraising efforts and proposal support.
• Attend networking events, board meetings, and organizational events.
• Travel occasionally to Atlanta and Raleigh.

Requirements:

• 3 years in fundraising, corporate sponsorships, or nonprofit development.
• Experience with grant development and management.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to connect with C-suite leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create proposals and presentations.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, able to work independently and in a team.
• Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM systems.
• Passion for DEI and community-driven work.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and fundraising CRM databases.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Connections with C-suite professionals in the Charlotte area.
• Experience with nonprofits generating $1MM in revenue.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Business Administration).

If you're a relationship-focused, strategic thinker with a passion for fundraising and nonprofit work, this could be a great fit!